Today was the first full work day for us. In addition to the regular tasks like dishes, mopping the baby house and toothbrushing, we had our first day of one-on-one time with the kids and some took kids for a walk. It's amazing how quickly you get to know each child's personality and what they like to do. During naptime one group bought river rock from some locals at the river and did some landscaping with them in front of the volunteer house and along the fence. Cassie and Kari got to learn a little Creole asking the nannies what size clothing size they wore and later picked out scrubs for them. We assembled gift bags with a nail polish, emory file and hard candy for the nannies as well. Tonight more nannies were given a suitcase. Ellen, Shara, Mary and Abby sorted a huge pile donated baby clothes into tubs. Some went to play soccer with some local kids. The swings were scrubbed, toys washed and medicine/vitamin containers were sorted for Amy (nurse) to use for giving meds to local people who come here for care. Marilyn is great at keeping the kitchen cleaned up and help keeping us fed. Marilyn, Angie & Brenda all seem to think alike when it comes to feeding people and running a kitchen. :)
We also had a chance to buy some goods from a local woman who comes to COTP. Her prices were went up and down with each question, but in the end she always wanted to throw in something extra. She was so sweet and eager to bargain.
We're having a few plumbing problems tonight - some showers were backing up so tomorrow I think something will have to get cleaned out. Probably doesn't help that we have so many women and most have long hair. JK
The kids ended the night having a soda cracker contest with some volunteers from Indiana (who could put a saltine in front of their teeth but behind their lips without breaking it).
Do good in your game tomorrow, Cameron! Love, Mom
Blog from Brenda.
Quick little word from Mary. I have now decided that if my sunglasses modeling doesn't take off well I will become a Haitian Security Guard! Looks really fin, I totally have the personality and image for it too:) Love everyone still. Goodnight.
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